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| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | subtracting negative numbers |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 6 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Subtracting Negative Numbers
Grade 6
Mathematics
20 students
This lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, specifically focusing on Number System interactions and operations.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 | Briefly explain what negative numbers are and their relevance. Use a few examples to illustrate. |
| 2 | Concept Explanation | 10 | Introduce the rule of subtracting negative numbers (i.e., subtracting a negative is like adding a positive). Provide examples on the board. |
| 3 | Guided Practice | 5 | Work through several practice problems as a class, encouraging student participation to solve on the whiteboard. |
| 4 | Independent Practice | 5 | Distribute the handout with practice problems for students to solve individually. Monitor progress and provide assistance. |
| 5 | Review and Recap | 3 | Summarize the key points learned about subtracting negative numbers. Ask questions to assess understanding. |
| 6 | Homework Assignment | 2 | Hand out the worksheets for homework, ensuring that students understand they will not present them in front of the class. |